Kaiako – Te Tohu Reo Rumaki (Level 5)

Mō mātau | About us

As a proudly indigenous tertiary educator, ‘tauira success’ is our mission and ‘whānau transformation through education’ is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits to support their wellbeing and that of their whānau:

• Free health and life insurance for permanent kaimahi.
• For permanent kaimahi, four extra leave days each year to celebrate Matariki and Christmas, plus special leave available for those involved in cultural or sporting events.
• Flexible work hours for non-rostered positions and work-from-home options for positions that can be performed remotely.
• Free car parking at our main campuses.

Mō tēnei mahi | About this job

We are seeking a dedicated Kaiako to join our team delivering Te Tohu Reo Rumaki (Level 5), an immersive and enriching learning experience. This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) position, based in Lower Hutt. 

As a Kaiako, you will inspire and guide tauira on their journey to fluency in te reo Māori, fostering both language proficiency and cultural understanding. You will develop and implement lesson plans, create an engaging learning environment, and tailor your teaching to meet the unique needs of each tauira. Collaboration and rangahau are integral to this role, as is a commitment to upholding the values and vision of Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future of our language and culture while nurturing tauira success.

Mōu | About you

The ideal candidate is passionate about te reo Māori, skilled in delivering immersive learning experiences, and dedicated to fostering both language proficiency and cultural growth in their tauira.

You will also bring with you:

• A Degree qualification in te reo Māori (Level 7 or higher)
• A Diploma in Adult Teaching (Level 5) or equivalent
• Full New Zealand Drivers’ License
• 3+ years’ experience teaching full immersion te reo Māori
• 3+ years’ experience teaching high contact hours of immersive language learning
• 3+ years’ experience teaching adults

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) will be key.

Tonoa i tēnei rā! | Apply today!

If we’ve outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals, apply today as applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist.

A position description is available on our career’s website.  For any other queries, please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz